Driver – Short-term at Save the Children International

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for children. Our Vision is a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation. In Zambia, Save the Children works in the following Thematic areas: Education, Health& Nutrition, Child Protection, Child Rights Governance and Child Poverty; including Humanitarian response. Save the Children wishes to invite qualified individuals to apply for the following short term position:

Position : DRIVER – FOR A SHORT PERIOD ASSIGNMENT (1 Position)

Duty Station : Lusaka office

Role Purpose : The Driver is responsible for providing support for staff within Lusaka and mostly for staff that are assigned on project activities in different provinces of Zambia.  He/she will support in the area of staff road travel needs and ensuring the maintenance and effective running of the vehicles.

Main Responsibilities:

• Drive staff on project assignments and any other visitors as assigned.
• Ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy at all times.
• Assist the Supply Chain & Fleet Officer to conduct routine vehicle maintenance inspection checks
• Regular updating of vehicle log books.
• Monitoring vehicle performance.
• The post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

Qualification and Experience

• Grade 12 certificate
• A clean valid driver’s license
• 5 years working experience in a reputable organization
• Must be able to priorities work
• Good communication skill
• Experience with word, excel is added advantage
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team as well as independently
• Must be self-driven, honest, and have the ability to work well under pressure
• Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance

Child Safeguarding:

Level 2 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have minimal contact with or access to children or young people.

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